After his parents, a Muslim father from Oyo State, Nigeria and a Christian mother from the United States, separated in his early teenage years, Chamillionaire settled into a notoriously dangerous inner-city neighborhood in North Houston called Acres Homes, which he elaborated upon during an interview with Houston's 104.9 KPTY on October 3. Rap and other forms of secular music, which his parents had highly opposed in their household, became very appealing to the young Hakeem Seriki. Inspired by local rap acts such as The Geto Boys, 8 Ball & MJG, and UGK, as well as other national acts such as N.W.A. and Public Enemy, Chamillionaire began to compose his own ponies.
At a young age, Chamillionaire along with fellow rap music artist and childhood friend Paul Wall, had decided to make music their careers. One day while promoting themselves at a Texas event, Paul Wall and Chamillionaire ran into Michael 5000 Watts, a popular mixtape DJ from the Northside. After proposing to do promotions for Watts' company, the Swishahouse, Chamillionaire and Paul Wall came to Watts' studio and convinced Watts to allow them freestyle on an intro to Watts' radio show on Houston’s 97.9 The Box. Watts, who himself was convinced to rap on the record, enjoyed the freestyle so much that he put the verses on one of his mixtapes. The freestyle became so popular in the streets that Chamillionaire and Paul Wall became regular staples on Houston's mixtape circuit, appeared on several of Watts' mixtapes, and became permanent members of Swishahouse.
Although Paul Wall and Chamillionaire were making much noise in the streets by rapping on Watts' mixtapes, they, along with several other members of the Swishahouse, became frustrated with the lack of money they were receiving from the mixtapes. After fellow member Slim Thug left the label, Chamillionaire and Paul Wall followed and started their own mixtape group known as The Color Changin' Click. Each successive mixtape released by The Color Changin' Click led to more business opportunities; the most notable of which being a contract to do a full album for Paid in Full Records. A one album contract was then negotiated between the Color Changin' Click and Paid in Full's label head, DJ Madd Hatta from 97.9 The Box, and the CCC's first album, Get Ya Mind Correct, would go on to sell over 100,000 copies.
The sale of all these albums without the backing of a major deal caught the attention of several major labels wanting to sign Chamillionaire and Paul. Chamillionaire and his labelmates decided to remain independent, however, until the right deal came along. While working on his second album with the Color Changin' Click, Chamillionaire began to have creative differences with Paul Wall, so much so that it was decided that the two emcees should each release solo albums that would be packaged together. When Chamillionaire became dissatisfied with how things were being resolved, he left Paid in Full and his almost complete album after fulfilling his contractual obligations to focus on promoting his mixtape label Chamillitary instead. As a kid, Chamillionaire was a big fan of MANKind, also known as Big June.
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This kid from Houston, Texas has some nerve. That's what came to mind as you watched an MTV special in early 2005 showcasing H-Town's commercial and artistic re-emergence on the rap scene. Following his brazen freestyle, the focused and much-heralded MC known as Chamillionaire faced a national audience and launched a swagger-filled proclamation on camera: "I'm the truth from Texas..." While such boasting may seem par-for-the-course in the prideful 25-year-plus history of hip-hop, the latter ambitious statement aptly describes Chamillionaire. It's the reason why he earned the lofty alias "The Mixtape Messiah," a title Cham was crowned after independently selling over 100,000 copies of the Get Ya Mind Correct album, and by selling thousands of his numerous mix tapes. It's why the former member of Houston's legendary mix-tape power Swisha House garnered coverage in such major hip-hop publications as Source and XXL without the backing of a major deal. When the Houston lyricist set off a major label bidding war to distribute his Chamillitary Records, it became abundantly clear throughout the 'hood and the music industry Chamillionaire is indeed the truth.
With his major-label debut The Sound Of Revenge set for release on Universal Records, Chamillionaire is poised to take his place among Houston's current hip-hop elite, including the new generation of rhyme-spitters such as Lil' Flip, Slim Thug, Mike Jones and Paul Wall, as well respected vets UGK and Scarface. "You call out a lot of rappers and ask them why they are the best and they are going to tell you everything but the music," Cham laughs. "They will tell you that they are the best because they have some nice rims, a chain, and a mansion." He then adds in a straight-no-chaser tone, "You've heard all the hype about Chamillionaire; that he's sick with the lyrics, sings hooks, and represents the streets and the clubs. But I just want to come as close as possible to living up to my reputation."
Chamillionaire recruits an impressive list of talent on his debut effort, including Lil' Flip, Bun B, Scarface, and Krayzie Bone, as well as in-demand producers Scott Storch (50 Cent), Mannie Fresh (Lil' Wayne, Baby, Juvenile) and Cool & Dre (The Game). But, it's his work with Atlanta studio kings The Beat Bullies (1Big Boi/OutKast) that sets the tone for much of The Sound Of Revenge's diverse platform. "They understand me," Cham says of the in-house producers. "There are a lot of producers that have dope beats, but they don't know me as an artist. [The Beat Bullies] being from Atlanta, can take it to the strip clubs, the streets and to the radio."
The name Chamillionaire represents the unique style that defines the talented urban artist, and his ability to change and adapt on the fly, forcing people to respect the true breadth of his talent. And just as this MC moniker exemplifies, Chamillionaire is anything but predictable and most certainly versatile. "Picture Perfect" featuring Bun B comes off as a lyrical nod to the classic 'hood swagger of UGK, while the Beat Bullies'-anchored "Radio Interruption" showcases Cham's prowess for walking the blurred line between street praise and mass appeal. The storytelling brilliance of "No Snitching" (Cool & Dre), finds Cham detailing the unwritten laws of 'hood politics. On the Scott Storch produced "Turn It Up," Cham tag-teams with freestyle king Lil' Flip as they spit over an infectious track that is Houston's answer to a summer club banger. And the soulful "Here Comes The Rain" finds Chamillionaire exploring the daily struggles of life with heartfelt lyricism and ghetto angst.
"It's a very personal song and the title says it all," Cham says of the revealing track. "In a person's life the rain symbolizes the struggles we all go through. Whether you are dealing with losing a loved one or your rent is due on the 1st, but it's the 3rd and you don't have it. I'm just talking about surviving the tough times."
Chamillionaire has definitely seen his share of struggles on his road to redemption. Born to a Muslim father and Christian mother, secular music was banned in his household. Chamillionaire was barely a teenager when he moved to a low-income neighborhood in the notorious North Side of Houston, following the separation of his parents. By the early '90s, however, rap rebels such as NWA, Public Enemy, as well as hometown heroes The Geto Boys, 8-Ball & MJG and UGK would inspire a young Hakeem to write his own rhymes.
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Chamillionaire Lyrics
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Southern play allistic cadillac hustler music Pulln up in my new ish and ur girlfriend goin start to loose it
I got her sayn (Ooooooooooooooooooo) I got her sayn (Ooooooooooooooooo)
I got her sayn ya'll know the sayn that a player get chosen baby you ima a player fasho (yeah I'm a player fasho)
Verse1:
Now u can't choose me know wat they say bout true players get chose
I am truly One of them boyz be ridin on 4's and u can't use me any man couldn't touch me with a 10 foot pole
Explode on a hater stop actn like u slow
Just Act like u are physic and start actn like u know
I'm braided in the fro she show up to the show
She show up with her partna's she show up to the hole
Tell her ima tell her to do her thang and go
Bad bad bad bad
Like humpkin lil boy lil OH
Remoteless type of vehicle the key doesn't matta
U come wit a conversation we got heat for the cheda
At eese with the swagger won't see noone better
He way above the lames you know like hes on the ladder
Bun B gonna get at her Pimp C gonna get at her
Cause it ain't really fun if the homies cannot have her
Told me she got some paper told me she got a man
Well How long have u had that problem lemme fix it cause I can
ha you Headn towards Jamaica jazapies on the sand
And I let them other suckers put that ring off on ur hand and that's the plan
Chorus:
Southern play allistic cadillac hustler music Pulln up in my new ish and ur girlfriend goin start to loose it
I got her sayn
She told me stop chasin that paper u need to take a breatha
And then I look at her and said u must be on that refa
Stop actn like latifah cause u ain't no atreatha
In other words I mean u need to stop actn like a diva
Cause u kno I go koopa don't want ya and don't need ya
And when it comes to gridn I am an over achieva
Cause broke is outa style like hammer pants and feelias
My Card is black enough to make a doughta a believa
Chorus:
Southern play allistic cadillac hustler music Pulln up in my new ish and ur girlfriend goin start to loose it
I got her sayn ( Ooooooooooooooooooo) I got her sayn (Ooooooooooooooooo)
I got her sayn ya'll know the sayn that a player get chosen baby you ima a player fasho (yeah I'm a player fasho)
The lyrics of Chamillionaire's song "Ima Playa Fasho" portray the rapper as a successful and confident player, cruising in his fancy car while attracting the attention of women with his swagger. The chorus repeats the line “Southern play allistic cadillac hustler music,” emphasizing the Southern rap culture in which the artist operates. Chamillionaire boasts about his status as a player, claiming that he is the one who chooses his partners. The phrase “ya’ll know the saying that a player gets chosen, baby," suggests that he is speaking directly to the women he is attracting and tells them that they should consider themselves lucky to be with him.
In verse one, Chamillionaire talks about his ability to hustle and grind, often being in "hustle mode" and "exploding on a hater." He also alludes to his car, which is so unique that it appears "remoteless," and the conversation that comes with it. The line "Broke is out of style like hammer pants and feelias" implies that the artist has wealth and that he enjoys spending it on expensive things like cars and attracting women. In the second verse, he addresses a woman who is acting like a diva, telling her that he doesn't need her and that he is an "over-achiever" when it comes to grinding.
Overall, the lyrics present Chamillionaire as a confident and successful player who enjoys the finer things in life. The references to Southern rap and the artist's ability to grind suggest that he has worked hard to achieve his success.
Line by Line Meaning
Southern play allistic cadillac hustler music Pulln up in my new ish and ur girlfriend goin start to loose it
The song is about my Southern playalistic lifestyle marked by my love for Cadillacs and hustler music. Every time I pull up in my new car, your girlfriend starts to lose it and can't help but admire me. She's saying (Ooooooooooooooooooo).
I got her sayn (Ooooooooooooooooooo) I got her sayn (Ooooooooooooooooo)
Whenever I enter a room, your girlfriend can't help but be captivated by my charm and presence. She's constantly saying (Ooooooooooooooooooo).
ya'll know the sayn that a player get chosen baby you ima a player fasho (yeah I'm a player fasho)
You know the saying that only true players get chosen by women. Well, I am definitely one of them. I am a player for sure, confidently asserting my charm and irresistible qualities.
Now u can't choose me know wat they say bout true players get chose
You can't just choose me like any other man because true players like myself can only be chosen by women. I am one of those boys who ride on 4s.
I am truly One of them boyz be ridin on 4's and u can't use me any man couldn't touch me with a 10 foot pole
I am being completely honest when I say that I am one of the boys who ride on 4s, and there is no other man who can compare to me. You can't even touch me with a 10-foot pole.
At night I'm usally on 84's getn in my hustle mode (mode)
During the night, you can usually find me working hard and getting into my hustler mode while riding my car with 84 rims.
Explode on a hater stop actn like u slow
When someone tries to bring me down, I always come back with a fierce retaliation. I don't have time for anyone who tries to slow me down.
Just Act like u are physic and start actn like u know
If you want to keep up with me and my lifestyle, you need to act like you know everything before I even say it. It's all about reading my mind and keeping up with my quick movements.
I'm braided in the fro she show up to the show She show up with her partna's she show up to the hole
I have a unique hairstyle that includes braids and a fro. Women are often attracted to me and want to show up to events with me, bringing along their friends as well.
Tell her ima tell her to do her thang and go
I am not a man who likes to stay tied down or be with one woman for too long. I tell women to do their own thing and then leave.
Bad bad bad bad Like humpkin lil boy lil OH
I'm so bad (not bad in a negative way) that women can't resist me. They are always saying 'Oooooooh' in admiration of me.
Remoteless type of vehicle the key doesn't matta U come wit a conversation we got heat for the cheda
My car is so unique that it doesn't even need a remote to start it. The key is insignificant. Plus, if you come with a conversation, we have something that will heat things up (presumably money or power).
At eese with the swagger won't see noone better He way above the lames you know like hes on the ladder
I am completely comfortable and confident in my swagger and style. No one can match my level because I am way above the lames. It's almost like I'm standing on top of a ladder.
Bun B gonna get at her Pimp C gonna get at her Cause it ain't really fun if the homies cannot have her
Even if I'm not interested in a woman, my friends might be, and that's the only reason why I might put in effort for her. It's not really fun if we can't all have her.
Told me she got some paper told me she got a man Well How long have u had that problem lemme fix it cause I can
A woman told me she has money and a man, but that's not a problem for me because I can easily fix it. I am confident in my abilities to win her over.
ha you Headn towards Jamaica jazapies on the sand And I let them other suckers put that ring off on ur hand and that's the plan
I am so smooth and persuasive that I can easily get a woman to do what I want her to. I can convince her to go to Jamaica, and when it's time for her to get married, I'll make sure I'm nowhere to be found so someone else can put a ring on her finger.
She told me stop chasin that paper u need to take a breatha And then I look at her and said u must be on that refa
A woman told me to stop chasing money and take a break, but I responded that she must be on drugs to think that way.
Stop actn like latifah cause u ain't no atreatha In other words I mean u need to stop actn like a diva
Another way of telling a woman to stop acting like a diva is to tell her to stop acting like Latifah. In other words, she is not a true queen like Latifah, so she should stop acting like one.
Cause u kno I go koopa don't want ya and don't need ya
I am so confident in my game and abilities that if a woman doesn't want me or need me, it's no problem for me.
And when it comes to gridn I am an over achieva Cause broke is outa style like hammer pants and feelias
I am always going above and beyond in my hustles and grinds. Being broke is out of style like old fashion trends such as hammer pants and Filas sneakers.
My Card is black enough to make a doughta a believa
My credit card is so wealthy and well-off that it can make a doubtful person believe in anything.
Contributed by Caleb G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.